Brewster Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
10,367 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,798 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$621,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$918 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,342 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barnstable County
4
Barnstable Town Metro Area
4
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Barnstable County
3
Barnstable Town Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (44%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 8 29
Feb 4 8 32
Mar 4 4 36
Apr 4 1 45
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 6 34

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Eddy Elementary
1 miles, N · 3.7star
Latham School
1 miles, NW

Colleges

Cape Cod Community College
14 miles, W · 1.4star
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
29 miles, W · 4.6star
Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth
36 miles, NW · 1.4star

Hospitals

Cape Cod Healthcare
13 miles, W · 5star
Falmouth Hospital
31 miles, W · 5star

Airports

Nantucket Memorial Airport
34 miles, S · 1star
Martha's Vineyard Airport
37 miles, W · 1star